In a digital world, job referrals provide a human touch
At the end of the day, it is – ironically – the human factor that has the potential to address society’s need for tech-literate talent.
HR Festival Asia: Get ready for lift-off in May, 2019
Don’t miss out on this game-changing conference and expo, which is set to redefine HR thought leadership for the new world of work.
RCA2018: Best Serviced Apartment (Singapore)
Oakwood Studios Singapore was named the island state’s best serviced apartment property, in the 2018 Readers’ Choice Awards.
Engie to shift Asia-Pacific headquarters to Singapore
The move from Bangkok accompanies the energy giant’s plans to double its Asia-Pacific workforce over the next 10 years.
Southeast Asia most confident in digital readiness
However, budget constraints, lack of adequate talent, and outdated or unsuitable infrastructure are still hindering technology adoption.
Robot workers will make more robots at ABB’s new China factory
At its new factory in Shanghai, China, ABB will have robots and humans collaborating to make more robots.
Google employees plan walkout against “workplace bro” culture
The “woman’s walk” has been organised in response to the company reportedly protecting employees who face allegations of misconduct.
Remote working is increasingly popular around the world
A new report reveals remote work has made significant progress across the globe and has positive impact on employee satisfaction.
RCA2018: Best Learning and Development Provider
The Management Development and Consultancy arm of MDIS was voted best in the Learning and Development category in 2018.
Hong Kong approves five-day paternity leave
New fathers in Hong Kong will soon enjoy five days of statutory paternity leave, up from the current entitlement of three.
China created 11 million jobs from January to September
China created more than 11 million new jobs from January to September this year, even as the unemployment rate fell very slightly.
Infographic: Why employees lose their motivation
The top three demotivators of the workplace are lack of recognition, feeling invisible or undervalued, and bad managers.
What football can teach organisations about teambuilding
With its extreme highs and lows, international football has plenty of teambuilding lessons to offer leaders and organisations.
Israel eyes hotel workers and caregivers from the Philippines
Israel, one of the top destination countries for overseas Filipino workers, is looking to hire more Filipino hotel workers and caregivers.
South Korea’s Lotte Group to create 70,000 jobs in five years
The conglomerate is looking to invest some $61 billion at home and abroad, and to leverage emerging technologies.
Bangladesh approves labour bill easing trade union set up
Bangladesh has passed a bill that will provide more facilities to workers, and the punishment of workers for violating laws has been reduced.
RCA2018: Best Talent Mobility Provider
Niche consultancy Talent Mobility Asia has won the Best Talent Mobility Provider trophy at this year’s Readers’ Choice Awards.
Taiwan unemployment levels hit 18-year low
Thanks to steady economic improvement, Taiwan’s unemployment rate in September was as low as it’s ever been in almost two decades.
How HR can walk the walk, and talk the talk
Some advice from a Chief Operating Officer, and seasoned leader, for HR practitioners who want to become the best versions of themselves.
Southeast Asia faces major skills gap in talent crunch
Southeast Asia is facing a massive talent crunch amidst growing investments in the region, according to recruitment experts.
RCA2018: Best Leadership Development Consultancy
Singapore’s Center for Creative Leadership pulled in the most votes, and also the Readers’ Choice Award for Best Leadership Development in 2018.
Three things we learned at HR Tech Think Tank
How can HR professionals best equip themselves for the new, digital world of work? We bring you some of the key learning points from HR Tech Think Tank.
Debunking workforce myths of the hospitality industry
Danny Li, co-founder, AsiaHospitalityCareers.com, sheds light on the reality of the hospitality industry’s employment outlook.
Japan to open 50,000 jobs to Filipinos from 2019
The Japanese ambassador to the Philippines says the country will open its doors to more Filipino workers, mainly to serve its aging population.
China’s semiconductor industry in serious talent shortage
China’s semiconductor industry is facing a major talent shortfall of up to 400,000 people by 2020, according a new report.
RCA2018: Best HR Consultancy
Talent Plus earned its second Readers’ Choice Award for 2018 in the highly-prized category of Best HR Consultancy.
Prudential Singapore does away with mandatory retirement age
Employees will now have the opportunity to retire only when they feel ready to do so, keeping their salary and benefits intact until then.
What to know about the workforce of the future
As Puneet Swani writes, companies are now challenged with defining their workforce for the future, even as they grapple with transformation.
Asia-Pacific’s cybersecurity workforce gap hits 2.14m
Asia’s shortage is attributed to the region’s growing economies and the enactment of new cybersecurity and data privacy legislation.
RCA2018: Best HR Tech – Cloud Systems
Software developer Info-Tech Systems has been lauded in the HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards, taking out the Best Cloud Solutions category.